The Louisiana Republican’s hold on the House speaker's gavel and his position as second in line to the presidency will be tested Friday when a new Congress convenes.
"To vacate this verdict on the grounds that the charges are insufficiently serious given the position Defendant once held, and is about to assume again, would constitute a disproportionate result." ...
With the start of the 119th Congress on Friday, South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott has become the longest-serving Black U.S. senator.
Johnson, of Louisiana, has been working diligently to prevent defeat, spending New Year's Day at Mar-a-Lago as he positions ...
Republican Mike Johnson narrowly won reelection Friday to the House speakership on a first ballot, overcoming hard-right GOP ...
Sen. John Thune used his first few minutes of floor time to make a commitment to defend the filibuster rule, which requires at least 60 votes to pass Senate legislation.
Two Republicans who initially voted against Johnson changed their votes to support him, preventing a days-long speaker battle.
Senator John Thune said Friday that the filibuster has "perhaps the greatest impact in preserving the Founders' vision of the ...
A new rule Congress is set to vote on as soon as a speaker is elected would raise the threshold for a motion to vacate. If ...
With a record 62 elected Black officials, including historic firsts, the Congressional Black Caucus held a swearing-in ...
When the 119th Congress is sworn in Friday, House Speaker Mike Johnson will fight for his political life — again.
House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared headed for defeat before two Republicans switched their vote, delivering him a majority.